Dirty Laundry

Jennifer Lewis & Loretta Devine---what more could a moviegoer ask for? These two stellar talents wring more humor and pathos out of a line of dialogue than Laurence Olivier in his prime.

This movie is not the greatest story ever told. And it won't be taking home a busload of Oscars. But there are moments of real truth and poignance and compassion here. And the acting---though over the top---is an absolute delight. Rockmond Dunbar is sexy and subtle and moving. The entire cast deserve a huge Bravo.

But the movie belongs to Jennifer Lewis and Loretta Devine. They should be charged with grand larceny, because they steal every scene. I found myself re-winding every scene that Jennifer or Loretta were in because I either laughed so hard or was genuinely moved.

In a perfect world Jennifer Lewis & Loretta Devine would be starring on their own TV dramas or sitcoms or in major Hollywood films, instead of being typecast in the supporting role. But until that more perfect world comes along, this lovely and funny and touching movie will have to do.

Bravo to the writer/director! Brava to Jennifer and Loretta!